Honda Civic. Manual — part 433

Fig. 90: Loosening Screws Of Front And Rear Door Striker

2. Wrap the striker with a shop towel, then adjust the striker by tapping it with a

plastic hammer (C). Do not tap the striker too hard.

3. Lightly tighten the screws.
4. Hold the outer handle out, and push the door against the body to be sure the

striker allows a flush fit. If the door latches properly, tighten the screws and
recheck.

2008 Honda Civic LX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Doors - Civic (All Except Hybrid)

2006-08 DRIVELINE/AXLES

Driveline/Axle - Civic (All Except Hybrid)

SPECIAL TOOLS

Fig. 1: Identifying Special Tools
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COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 DRIVELINE/AXLES Driveline/Axle - Civic (All Except Hybrid)

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 DRIVELINE/AXLES Driveline/Axle - Civic (All Except Hybrid)

Fig. 2: Identifying Driveline/Axle Component Location
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DRIVESHAFT INSPECTION

1. Check the inboard boot (A) and the outboard boot (B) for cracks, damage,

leaking grease, and loose boot bands (C). If any damage is found, replace the
boot and boot bands.

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 DRIVELINE/AXLES Driveline/Axle - Civic (All Except Hybrid)

Fig. 3: Checking Inboard Boot And Outboard Boot For Cracks, Damage,
Leaking Grease
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2. Check the driveshaft (D) for cracks and damage. If any damage is found,

replace the driveshaft.

3. Check the inboard joint (E) and the outboard joint (F) for cracks and damage.

If any damage is found, replace the inboard joint or the outboard joint as an
assembly.

4. Hold the inboard joint and turn the front wheel by hand, then make sure the

joint is not excessively loose. If necessary, replace the inboard joint or the
outboard joint as an assembly.

DRIVESHAFT REMOVAL

1. Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Lift up the locking tab (A) on the spindle nut (B), then remove the nut.

2008 Honda Civic GX

2006-08 DRIVELINE/AXLES Driveline/Axle - Civic (All Except Hybrid)